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Ikire, Nigeria
Osun State · Nigeria
Ikire is a large city in Osun State, Nigeria with a population of 222,160. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ikire
Ikire is a town in Osun State, in south-western Nigeria, and is the headquarters of Irewole Local Government Area. It is a place where local cash crops are brought together. It is also a place where yams, corn (maize), cassava (manioc), palm produce, cotton, and kola nuts are sold.
People
Climate
| Population | 222,160 |
| Population Density | 1,883 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.3698°, 4.1863° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Osun State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.7 inches (1,364 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ikire
Ikire is a large city in Nigeria (Osun State) with a population of 222,160. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet (209 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Ikire
Ikire has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.3°C), the coldest is Aug (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2289 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Area | 118.0 sq mi (305.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,883/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.3698°N, 4.1863°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in |
Ikire has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.3").
Farmers Markets in Ikire
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gbagi New International Market |
Veterinaries in Ikire
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ikire
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ikire
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ibadan Airport | IBA | Medium Airport |
| Oshogbo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Ikire
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ikire
What is the population of Ikire?
Ikire has a population of 222,160 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 1,883 people per square mile, spread across 118.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ikire?
Ikire has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches.